General Manager

General Manager / VP OperationsPrecision Manufacturing | Greater Boston AreaA privately held, precision-engineered manufacturing company in the Greater Boston area is seeking a General Manager / VP Operations to lead a specialized industrial business entering its next growth chapter.This is a full business leadership role with real authority - not a corporate layer, not a functional silo.You will run the company.Why This Role Is DifferentThis is a smaller, technically sophisticated manufacturing operation with a strong reputation and deep customer relationships. New strategic initiatives and investment are underway, and the business needs a decisive leader to convert capability into scalable, disciplined growth.You will have:Full P&L ownershipDirect partnership with ownershipAuthority to shape systems, structure, and cadenceVisibility into strategy and investment decisionsInfluence over both operational performance and commercial directionIf you prefer proximity to the work, fast decision cycles, and measurable impact, this role offers a level of control that is rare in larger organizations.The MandateStabilize. Strengthen. Scale.Commercial Growth Is Core to the RoleThis is not purely an operations leadership position.The next leader must actively contribute to revenue growth. You will:Strengthen and expand relationships in technically demanding markets such as aerospace, defense, automation, robotics, medical or other similarParticipate in customer meetings, quoting strategy, and capability positioningTranslate operational capability into commercial opportunitySupport pricing strategy, margin expansion, and disciplined account growthIdentify and pursue adjacent markets where the company’s precision capabilities create competitive advantageThe next leader will:Drive operational clarity and performance rhythmImprove throughput, margin discipline, and executionAlign production, engineering, quality, and schedulingSupport commercial growth into demanding customer marketsElevate accountability without disrupting the craftsmanship that defines the businessThis is not a maintenance role. It is a build-and-elevate role.What Success Looks LikeWithin 12–24 months, the right leader will have:Improved EBITDA through operational efficiency and pricing disciplineBuilt a cohesive leadership structureIncreased customer confidence and account growthEstablished clear operating metrics and decision frameworksPositioned the business for sustained, profitable expansionIdeal Profile10 years leading industrial or precision manufacturing operationsExperience running a small to mid-sized manufacturing businessProven P&L ownership and EBITDA improvementComfort engaging with customers in technical and commercial discussionsHands-on leadership style with strong floor presenceExperience in engineered components, regulated, or technically demanding environments preferredCompensationBase salary: $150,000–$180,000Annual performance bonusLong-term incentive potential tied to company performanceTotal compensation reflects scope, authority, and growth impact.Who Thrives HereThis role is ideal for a VP who wants full business ownership, or a current GM who prefers a leaner, more entrepreneurial environment with meaningful influence.If interested please apply today.

Salary : $150,000 - $180,000